You will learn about the use of sampling in research and its relation to the population.
Define population and sample.
Identify populations and sample groups.
Draw a diagram of the relationship between samples and populations.
Unjumble the steps of the psychological research
Sample
Population
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Define the terms sample and population
Draw a diagram to show the relationship between a sample and a population.
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Q.1 For the following research samples, identify two different populations from which each sample could be drawn.
20 year 10 girls and 20 year 10 boys
40 teachers who have been teaching for more than 10 years
100 employees on leave from work because of stress-related reasons (
30 adults diagnosed as having an anxiety disorder
Q.2 For the following research questions, identify a sample that might be used to conduct the research and a population from which the sample could be drawn.
Are people who wear uniforms at school or work more likely to be obedient to an authority figure?
How can people with a fear of flying be assisted to overcome their fear?
Are children born to mothers aged over 40 years at greater risk of developing a mental disorder?
Is it easier for men or women to give up smoking?
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Use a digital tool to create a video/presentation/revision cards explaining sample & population
You may use:
Google Slide/ Powerpoint
Video maker app- Biteable
Exit question: Explain a potential limitation of small sample size when drawing conclusions.
I can define sample and population
I can define and explain the relationship between sample and population
I can define and explain the relationship between sample and population
I can identify sample and population groups from any given research topics